FCAL Events
Monthly Board Meetings
The FCAL Board typically meets monthly on the 3rd Friday at 9:30 am at the Associated Bank, Crandon. Dates and locations are subject to change. Meetings are open to the public, and members are encouraged to attend. Contact Us to confirm the next meeting place, date, and time, or if you have any items you would like to see added to the agenda.
NOTE: The July board meeting will be held Friday July 17, 2025 at Rhinelander Middle School
May 2026–Essay Contest
Each spring FCAL invites 5th and 6th graders from Crandon, Laona, and Wabeno schools to participate in an essay contest. Students learn about local invasive species, explore lake ecology and celebrate their adventures on local waterways. First, second, and third place winners at each school receive cash prizes and an invitation for them and their families to the FCAL Annual Meeting and Banquet.
June 2026–Publication/Distribution of FCAL Annual Newsletter
The FCAL Annual Newsletter is distributed to to riparian landowners in Forest County each June.
Friday, June 19,2026– FCAL Board of Directors Meeting
At the Hiles North fire Department (15065 Babcock Rd, Three Lakes, WI 54562) with a presentation of I-Lids at the Butternut & Franklin Lakes boat landings
Friday, July 17, 2026–Six County Lakes Association & FCAL Board Meeting
FCAL Board Meeting to follow the Six County Lakes Association meeting at Rhinelander Middle School, 915 Acadia Lane, Rhinelander, WI
“WHAT’S YOUR LAKE REPORT CARD?”
A G E N D A
7:00-8:00am Doors Open for Exhibits Setup
8:00-8:30 Exhibit Booths & Hospitality Light Refreshments
8:30-8:40 Welcome & Opening Remarks – Ted Rulseh, Pres. OCLRA
8:40-9:00 Wisconsin Lakes Update – John Richter, Last Wilderness Alliance
9:00-9:30 Oneida County Lakes Classification – JoAnn Lund
Oneida County Land & Water, Grants/Special Projects
9:30-10:00 What Manoomin (Wild Rice) Tells About Your Lakes
Report Card-Esiban Parent, Great Lakes Indian Fish &
Wildlife Commission
10:00-10:15 BREAK & VISIT EXHIBITORS
10:20-10:50 Lake Steward Program -Ted Rulseh, Pres. OCLRA
10:50-11:20 Fisheries Classification & How to Interpret Fish
Reports -John Kubisiak, DNR
11:20-11:50 Light Pollution & Your Lakes Report Card—Michele
Sadauskas, Oneida County L&W, Conservationist
11:50 BREAKOUT SESSIONS including Last Wildnerness
Alliance Wake Boat presentation, exhibitors and ALL
speakers at SIGNAGE AREAS for individual questions/discussions
12:30 Meeting Concludes
Sponsored By:
ONEIDA COUNTY LAKES & RIVERS ASSOCIATION
VILAS COUNTY LAKES & RIVERS ASSOCIATION
Saturday, July 25, 2026–Kentuck Days 9 am to 2 pm
Join the festivities on the Crandon Courthouse lawn. Visit FCAL and Roots & Rivers Collaborative (formerly know as WRISC) at our booth for information and fun give-aways.
Friday, August 21, 2026 FCAL Fall Forum
4301 County W, Lake Lucerne Advancement Association Pavilion.
8:30 to 9:30 Arrive/Set Up Board Meeting
9:30 to 11:30 Forum
11:30 to 12:00 Clean Up
Bring your questions and concerns regarding these topics.
October , 2026 Environmental Day
Environmental field trip on Lake Metonga for Crandon, Laona and Wabeno high school science students. Volunteers provide hands-on training opportunities both on and off the water.
Saturday, October 24,2026–Annual Meeting and Banquet
This year the FCAL Annual Meeting & Banquet will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Wolf River Rendezvous. This event is open to all FCAL members and their guests. Join in the election of new board members, good food, and an informative, entertaining presentation. MORE INFO & REGISTER
Other Events
Monday April 6–Forest County Conservation Dept.’s Native Plant Sale order deadline, questions contact Lucas or Kayla
Monday April 13–DNR & Wisconsin Conservation Congress Hearings 6pm at Crandon high School gym (online from 6 pm, 4/13-6 pm, 4/15)
Wed-Fri April 15-17, 2026–Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Convention
This year’s theme is “Decades of Dedication”. When tackling a monumental Challenge, it sometimes takes a long time to see results.The 2026 Lakes and Rivers Partnership Convention will look back on the long-term programs and the accumalated actions of countless people that have persevered through the many decades. Their dedication has ensured that the programs they developed in the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s are still with us in the 2020’s and beyond. We will also celebrate the people who will continue to carry the torch for water protection and restoration into the future.
Friday, April 24, 2026–North Lakeland Woods & Water Conference in Manitowish Waters
Tuesday, April 28, 2026–Forest County Land Conservation Dep–Earth Day Presentation
Will be giving a Senior Talk at the ADRC at 1:30pm
Friday, May 8, 2026–WRISC Trade Up Days in Forest County
At the Land & Water Conservation Dept.Office in the County Court House during office hours; see the WRISC website for more information. Bring an invasive plant and receive a voucher for a free native plant for replacement.
Saturday, May 9, 2026–All Things Water All at One Time
At the Langlade County Fair Grounds in Antigo, 10 am-4 pm
Saturday, May 16, 2026–CBCW Training for Lake Lucerne provided by FLOW
Wednesday, May 20–CBCW Virtual Traning, 1-3 pm
(contact Derek if interested) provided by FLOW and Oneida & Vilas Counties
Saturday, May 23, 2026–Roberts Lake Association
Association Clubhouse on Krahn Court at 9:00 am. Everyone is welcome. Your input to the welfare of the lake is important. If you haven’t paid for the year please plan to bring $10 yearly membership dues.
Friday, May 29, 2026–Native Plant Pick Up
Pick up your plant order near the Army tank on the south side of the forest County Court House, 9am – 3 pm
Friday, June 5, 2026–Roots & Rivers Collaborative’s Conservation Celebration (WRISC) Annual Meeting
Come join the WRISC team for their annual meeting and will be hosted by Forest County. This celebration event will feature our amazing guest speakers – Ed the Diver and Christie B, program
updates including invasive species highlights, and a silent auction with amazing local products and
experiences! We’ll also be honoring our incredible 17 year legacy as the Wild Rivers ISC!
We’ll be gathering on the banks of the beautiful Wolf River in Crandon, WI at Wolf River Rendezvous, with
lunch and drinks hosted on-site. We can’t wait to network out on the deck! We’re so excited to share more details about this event and those will be coming out soon! For now, get
excited with us as we anticipate this upcoming gathering and mark your calendars!
We are also still taking donations to our silent auction! We are seeking contributions that represent what
makes this area special! As a conservation non-profit, we really want to highlight and celebrate our lands
and waters of our region. If you,d like to contribute to our curated selection of local items and experiences,
please reach out!
If you have questions or would like to RSVP, please contact us at the information below:
Call: (906) 200-0790
Email:
Saturday, June 13, 2026–Lake Lucerne Association
Membership Meeting, 9 am-10:30 am.
Saturday, June 23, 2026–Lake Lucerne Advancement Association Golf Outing
For more information go on the LLAA Website
Saturday, July 4, 2026–Lake Metonga Association Boat Parade/Picnic
The Lake Metonga Boat Parade/Picnic will be held Friday, July 4 at 1:00 pm at Charlie’s Lake Metonga Resort. Charlie’s fireworks are Friday evening.
Saturday, July , 2026–Butternut/Franklin Lakes Association
Annual Meeting/Brunch 8:30 am
Saturday, July 25, 2026–Lake Lucerne 5K-ish Run & Walk Charity Fundraiser
This race event was created to support local non-for-profit and volunteer organizations. This event will raise money for local organizations, with a race donation suggestion of $35.00. For more information go on the LLAA website
Saturday, August 2, 2026–Lake Lucerne Family Fun Day
At the Lake Lucerne Clubhouse 8 am to 4 pm
Saturday, August 8, 2026–50th Annual Roberts Lake Association Fisheree
Fishing contest at 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Only legal size limit fish will be considered.) Prizes awarded at 4:30. Fisheree fun begins at 11:00 a.m. at the Association Clubhouse. Bingo, ring toss, dice game, meat raffle, children’s games and more! Food and beverages available. Golf cart rides to and from the clubhouse if parking is an issue.
Saturday, August 8, 2026 Snap Shot Day
City Park on Lake Metonga Contact Derek Thorn with Questions
Friday, August 21, 2026–FLOW AIS Annual Meeting
Date and Time: August 21, 2026 9:00am-12:30
Address: Red Arrow Park/ Seagull Bar State Natural Area
318 E Bay Shore St, Marinette, WI 54143
Registration and welcome 9:00 am
Meeting Topics and Presentations:
History of Seagull Bar State Natural Area 9:30-9:55 and local AIS. Presenter, Amanda Smith WI DNR
Marinette County European Frogbit Work 9:55-10:20 Presenter, Sheri and Chuck, Marinette County Land and Water
Frogbit Monitoring 10:20-10:50 Presenter, Derek Thorn FLOW AIS
Break 10:50- 11:00
Trapping and Waterfowl 11:00- 11:25
Staying clean off the great lakes Presenter, Chris Hamerla, Goldensands RC&D
Round table and further questions for speakers 11:25-11:40
Lunch (complementary) 11:40- 12:25
Saturday, August 29, 2026–Roberts Lake Association
ssociation Clubhouse on Krahn Court at 9:00 am. Everyone is welcome. Your input to the welfare of the lake is important. If you haven’t paid for the year please plan to bring $10 yearly membership dues.
Saturday, August 29,2026–Lake Lucerne Association
Membership Meeting, 9 am-10:30 am
Saturday, October 3, 2026–Lake Metonga Association
Weeds N’ Walleye Banquet. Visit Lake Mentonga Association website for information. https://www.lakemetongawi.org/activities/weeds-n-walleyes-banquet/